In Battambang town, managing waste has become a notable concern amid rising urbanisation. Homes, businesses and industries contribute significantly to the waste stream, collected by municipal services and taken to local dumpsites. This assortment of materials, ranging from organics to plastics and industrial by-products, mirrors the daily activities of the growing urban population. Coping with this escalating waste volume brings about environmental and health challenges, prompting the need for effective disposal solutions. As urban development progresses, the essential 8ha landfill in Chrey Kong village, Slaket commune, at the heart of Battambang town, is now integral to the town functionality. This…
Author: Raksmey Hong
The Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX) said the recent “Run for Cambodian Children” event, which it organised in collaboration with a prominent local developer, marked a “significant milestone” in its annual environmental, social and governance (ESG) campaign. The CSX Fun Run 2023, co-hosted by Peng Huot Group, attracted over 700 participants from diverse sectors, including government officials, business leaders and international investors. The December 23 event aimed to achieve four key objectives: Promote sports and charity, raise funds for the Kantha Bopha Foundation of Cambodia, provide networking opportunities and disseminate information about the securities market. Leading the event were Sou Socheat,…
Celebrating literary brilliance in the region, the prestigious Mekong River Literature Awards took centre stage in the Lao capital Vientiane on December 20. Notably, Lek Sothear, an esteemed Cambodian poet who currently serves as undersecretary of state at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, clinched an award for his outstanding contributions to the literary realm. “Engaging in the competitive literary arena has enabled me to fulfil my dream of being recognised as a poet. Moreover, it has provided me with a platform from which to express my perspectives on the development along the Mekong River, particularly in Cambodia,” Sothear…
In the synergy of two generations—father and son—a transformative blend emerges, marrying tradition with technological innovation. Moun Lyhoung, proprietor of Kampong Speu Mechanical (KSM) in the town of Chbamon in Kampong Speu province, spearheads this revolution. Transitioning from the traditional rice mill machines from his father’s era to today’s high-efficiency automatic rice mills, his journey symbolises progress and adaptability. “In the 1980s and 1990s, my father shifted from machine making to focusing on mill server production,” he reflects. The demand in the local service market, where prices are lower than imported machines, drives the production of these modern automatic rice…
Beneath Koh Pich’s grand marquee, the 10th Annual Book Fair burst to life, adorned with small booths lining both sides. The venue transformed into a vibrant tapestry of literature and learning, hosting over 300 booths that enticed a diverse crowd. At the December 14-17 Phnom Penh event, bibliophiles and casual readers alike immersed themselves in a four-day celebration of the written word. The fair wasn’t just a market of books; it served as a harbinger for the future of reading, indicating new directions and possibilities within the literary world. As the sound of pages turning filled the air, the atmosphere…
The SOSORO Museum, also referred to as the Cambodian Museum of Economy and Money Preah Srey Icanavarman, has achieved a noteworthy feat: the launch of its first-ever catalogue. Focused on the museum’s prominent temporary exhibition, The Journey of King Sisowath in France in 1906: A Mutual Revelation, the 191-page catalogue is a collaborative effort by the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC). It serves as a treasure trove, delving into the historic moment when King Sisowath became the first Cambodian monarch to visit the West. The catalogue, available in Khmer, English and French, showcases rare photographs, insightful articles and engaging narratives,…
In Cambodia’s vast green landscapes, a silent transformation is taking root. The Farmers Livelihood Improvement Association (FLIA) in Kampong Rotes commune in Kampong Thom province’s Stung Sen district stands as a symbol of progress for rural areas. At its helm is Morn Leakena, once a regular housewife, now the association’s director. Her journey, mirrored by many Cambodian women, is reshaping destinies. Leakena’s leadership has empowered rural lives, especially those of women, turning agricultural challenges into opportunities for growth. This narrative of empowerment unfolds in Cambodia’s agricultural heartlands, showcasing the resilience and potential inherent in these communities, driven by dedicated leadership.…
The National Museum of Cambodia is currently hosting a captivating group exhibition, in which all of the works are inspired by the Kingdom’s traditional Apsara dancers. Running from December 9 to January 31, 2024, the Apsara Dancing of Cambodia exhibition showcases 14 works created by members of the Community of Artists in Cambodia, and is curated by talented artist Chhan Dina. “I want Cambodian and foreign artists to see how important our Cambodian cultural arts are. What do foreigners in Cambodia understand about Cambodian cultural arts, and what would they do with them through the medium of their own contemporary…
Lemongrass, once a fragrant grass in Sopheas commune’s Sambo village in Kampong Cham province’s Stung Trang district, has become a vital income source, thanks to a new canal supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). This key infrastructure enhances irrigation in the Sambo Meanchey Agricultural Cooperative, leading to more efficient practices and a substantial increase in crop yields. “Lemongrass is catching on, easy to grow and adaptable. It’s gaining popularity, with more folks, including the elderly, expanding their farmland thanks to ample water sources,” shares Phuth Sarith, a community member. Sarith, who used to cultivate rice and pumpkins, shifted to…
The fifth annual Japan Travel Fair was held by the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) at Phnom Penh’s AEON Mall I on December 9 and 10. The event, which showcased a blend of traditional and modern Japanese culture, was aimed at promoting tourism between the two countries. According to the JNTO, 17,705 Cambodian tourists visited Japan between January and August this year. Japanese ambassador Atsushi Ueno addressed the event. He noted that Japan’s goal is to attract 60 million foreign visitors annually by 2030, and spoke about his nation’s post-Covid-19 tourism recovery, sharing that foreign visitor numbers now surpass pre-pandemic…